Bid to Add Bicycles to Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Is Denied
The Trump administration rejected a proposal to extend a 50% tariff on steel and aluminum to imported bicycles, keeping the current duty structure unchanged. The request, filed by Guardian Bikes and the Aluminum Extruders Council, sought to tax the metal content of foreign‑made frames. At the same time, the administration removed e‑bikes and related parts from an existing steel tariff list. Industry groups, led by PeopleforBikes, had vigorously opposed the new duty.
The New Performance Metric that May Replace W/Kg
The cycling world is questioning the long‑standing watts‑per‑kilogram (W/kg) metric after research showed it poorly predicts race outcomes. A new "compound score"—which blends absolute power output with relative power—has emerged from studies led by Peter Leo and John Wakefield. Early...
Making a Scene: Building a Culture of Bike Racing in Sierra Leone
The Tour de Lunsar has evolved into a three‑day, Fundsmith‑backed race that offers equal prize money for men and women and now attracts riders from across West Africa. International competitors, especially from Nigeria’s Pitstop Lagos team, have begun to dominate,...
Allen Adds Real-Time Bluetooth Monitoring to Its Go Compact Bike Rack
Allen introduced the Smart Suction Go Compact bike rack, adding real‑time Bluetooth monitoring to its existing suction‑based design. The new rack confirms cup security via a mobile app, addressing driver anxiety about roof‑mounted loads. It retails for $300 USD, roughly...
Pikio Labs’ Si Sets New Benchmark in Virginia Tech Helmet Testing
Pikio Labs’ new Si helmet achieved a record‑low 4.61 score in Virginia Tech’s independent helmet testing, outpacing the previous best of 6.83 set by Canyon’s Deflectr. The result places Si first across all five cycling‑helmet categories, establishing a new benchmark...
Lifetime Grand Prix Adds Pregnancy Policy for Athletes
The Life Time Grand Prix announced a new pregnancy policy for its athletes. The policy guarantees roster protection for competitors who withdraw due to pregnancy and secures a spot for them in the following season. It also allows wildcard entries...
Paragon Machine Works Has Closed
Paragon Machine Works, a Richmond, California shop that supplied dropouts, bottom‑bracket shells and braze‑ons for custom bike frames for over 40 years, announced an immediate shutdown on March 26, 2026. CEO Calvin Norstad, who took over in 2023, cited “industry and economic...
Review: Posedla Joyseat 3.0 Custom Saddle
The review examines Posedla’s Joyseat 3.0, a fully bespoke bike saddle built from a DIY pressure‑mapping kit called the Smiling Butt Kit. Prices start around $400 for the entry model and climb to $600 for the top‑end Ultra, placing the product...
Specialized Targets Aero and Low Weight with Two New Roval Gravel Wheels
Specialized has unveiled two new Roval gravel wheels designed to combine aerodynamic efficiency with ultra‑light weight. The wheels feature carbon‑fiber rims, a shallow 30 mm depth, and a tubeless‑ready system aimed at reducing drag while maintaining durability. Weighing under 1,500 g each,...
'Less Is More' – Nicola Rosin on Turning Colnago Into Cycling’s Most Desirable Brand
In 2020 Abu Dhabi‑based Aurora Vision Group bought a majority stake in Italy’s heritage bike maker Colnago and installed Nicola Rosin as CEO. Rosin refocused the brand on ultra‑luxury cyclists, launching limited‑edition models tied to the Tour de France that...
Cannondale Parts Ways with UK Distributor
Cannondale has terminated its UK distribution agreement with Saddleback, opting for a direct‑to‑dealer model under Pon.Bike UK. Starting 16 April, retailers will access Cannondale products through Pon.Bike’s B2B platform, with the Pon.Bike sales team handling backorders and future inventory. The partnership,...
Ornot Pullover Collection
Ornot has launched two new pullover sweaters for shoulder‑season cyclists, the Alpha Sweater at $148 and the Micro Grid Gravel Sweater at $128. Both pieces belong to the brand’s “Secret Projects” line and are marketed as lightweight, breathable layers that work...
CPSC Fines Shimano US$11.5 Million in Crankarm Recall
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission imposed an $11.5 million civil penalty on Shimano for its delayed reporting of a hazardous defect in HollowTech II crankarms. The recall, affecting more than 750,000 units across the United States and Canada, stems from over...
Mark Beaumont and Rugby Stars Lead 700-Mile Ride From Scotland to Ireland, Raising over a Million for MND Research
Mark Beaumont and a cadre of rugby legends led more than 300 cyclists on a 700‑mile, four‑day ride from Melrose, Scotland to Dublin, Ireland. The journey, timed to deliver the match ball for the Six Nations Triple Crown finale, overcame...
Wolf Tooth Adds Semi-Internal Headset Options
Wolf Tooth has expanded its headset lineup with semi‑internal options that route cables through the headset while keeping them external to the stem. The new models feature Enduro stainless‑steel bearings, advanced sealing, and a custom seal for the cable entry...
Swiss Side Refreshes Gravon Carbon 500 Gravel Wheels with 50 Mm Rims and Lower Price
Swiss Side unveiled the Gravon Carbon 500 V2, an aero‑focused gravel wheelset featuring a 50 mm deep hooked carbon rim and a 24 mm internal width. The updated design trims weight to 1,620 g, a claimed 126 g reduction, while supporting 35‑65 mm tires. Priced at €1,199...
Scope Introduces More Affordable R4.G Gravel Wheel
Scope Cycling has launched the R4.G, a new gravel wheel set designed for price‑sensitive riders. It retains the 45 mm rim profile and 38/28 mm width of the premium Artech 4.G but drops the Aeroscale texture, carbon spokes and 3D‑printed hubs. The wheel...
Neuhaus Metalworks Launches 32-Inch Rigid Mountain Bike
California framebuilder Neuhaus Metalworks has introduced the Nova32, a rigid mountain bike built around oversized 32‑inch wheels. The bike features a steel Hummingbird‑derived tubeset and a carbon fork, targeting long‑distance cross‑country riders seeking higher speeds on rough terrain. Neuhaus will...
How a Malaysian Detour Helped Stefan De Bod Bounce Back to the European Peloton
South African rider Stefan de Bod was released by EF Education‑EasyPost after the 2024 season and missed a contract with Q36.5 after Tom Pidcock’s arrival. Facing limited options, he joined Malaysian Continental team Terengganu to maintain a solid race program. The stint...
Evoc's Mountain Bike Bag Pro Keeps the Handlebars On
Evoc unveiled the Mountain Bike Bag Pro, a soft‑side travel case that lets riders keep their handlebars attached by simply loosening the stem bolts. Priced at $1,000 (€795), the case measures 145 × 99 × 36 cm and weighs 9 kg empty, pushing it beyond most...
'We're on the Way Back': Ineos Takes First TTT Win in Five Years at Paris-Nice
Ineos Grenadiers captured their first team time‑trial victory in five years on stage three of Paris‑Nice, edging Lidl‑Trek by just two seconds. The win was anchored by recent signings Kevin Vauquelin and Oscar Onley, reinforcing a refreshed roster. Head of...
Van Der Poel Bests Del Toro in Classics-Style Finish of Tirreno Stage 2
Mathieu van der Poel claimed victory on stage 2 of the Tirreno‑Adriatico after a decisive break on the final sterrato and a three‑rider sprint. Isaac del Toro finished second but moved into the overall lead, with Giulio Pellizzari a single second...
Is UAE Angling to Sign Paul Seixas?
French 19‑year‑old Paul Seixas surprised the peloton by finishing runner‑up at this year’s Strade Bianche, prompting a wave of media hype. UAE Team Emirates, fresh off Tadej Pogačar’s dominance, confirmed they are monitoring the young rider and would like to add...
Kanter Sprints to Victory on Stage 2 of Paris-Nice
Max Kanter of XDS‑Astana captured his maiden WorldTour victory in a chaotic bunch sprint on Stage 2 of the 2026 Paris‑Nice. A well‑timed lead‑out allowed him to surge in the final metres, edging out Laurence Pithie and Jasper Stuyven. Overnight leader...
Ganna Cruises to TT Win and Leader's Jersey on Stage 1 of Tirreno-Adriatico
Filippo Ganna dominated the opening 11.5 km individual time trial in Lido di Camaiore, posting a 12:08 effort that was 22 seconds faster than his nearest rival. His Ineos Grenadiers teammate Thymen Arensman finished second, while Max Walscheid of Lidl‑Trek took third. The...
Life EV Completes Acquisition of Rad Power Bikes
Life Electric Vehicles completed the purchase of Rad Power Bikes' assets for $13.3 million, a price roughly 99% below the e‑bike maker’s $1.6 billion peak valuation. The deal, finalized after Rad’s Chapter 11 filing, allows Life EV to retain the Rad brand in...